Pilates works throughout the body strengthening core muscles and improving posture, balance and flexibility.
The Lido's new Pilates class is a gentle class suitable for those completely new to Pilates, as well as for those returning to Pilates after a break, and is led by Alice Becker, Pilates instructor and personal trainer.
The practice of Pilates has many benefits, including a reduction in aches and pains, an improvement in sports performance and a boost to feelings of fitness, strength and wellbeing.
This class aims to build fitness safely for people of any age (16+) who are generally healthy, but it is not suitable for those with a specific diagnosis such as osteoporosis nor for those recovering from knee or hip surgery.
This is an outdoor class in the peaceful surroundings of the Lido lawn, with tented cover if wet. Please come prepared for outdoor contions and wear warm layers of clothing.
This session is limited to 12 participants.
A restorative style class using graceful yoga flow sequences, breathing practices and relaxation, to awaken prana (energy) flow, realign the body and calm the mind ready for the day ahead.
This yoga class is run by Nikki Jackson, yoga teacher/ yoga therapist and national yoga teacher trainer, with over 35 years' experience. For more information, visit Yoga Focus Website.
Please bring your own equipment- mat, blanket, water bottle- and wear warm layers of clothing. This is an outdoor class taking place on the grass (under tent cover if wet).
This class is limited to 14 participants.
Tai Chi blends physical movement and meditation; it’s a gentle way to maintain health and fitness, deal with stress and enhance feelings of happiness. Each class is a complete experience and can be done as a one-off, suitable for complete beginners, but the more classes you attend the more insight and benefit is possible into this ancient practice.
Classes are held outdoors on the Lido lawn in a peaceful natural environment, and it can be done seated if you need to rest or stabilise yourself.
Come wearing warm loose comfortable clothing which allows you free movement. Wear flat-soled shoes, or work barefoot, and bring a bottle of water.
A chance to swim is included at the end of this session, so bring your swimming kit too.
Yoga on a stand-up paddleboard, run in partnership with Wittering SUP.
This is a rare chance to practice yoga floating on the calm, protected water of The Lido. Each class is small- only 6 participants- and is a meditative, soothing experience, as well as being lots of fun.
No paddleboarding or yoga experience is necessary; full tuition will be given. Open to everyone aged 16+, you must be able to swim 50m.
Dress to feel comfortable and warm: over your swimwear you can wear a T-shirt and shorts, or rash vest, or a wetsuit if you prefer.
Yoga on the water on a stand-up paddleboard?
It's fun and challenging; we're really happy to offer this unusual class in the calm, protected waters of The Lido.
No paddleboarding experience is necessary; full tuition will be given. Open to everyone aged 16+, you must be able to swim 50m.
Dress to feel comfortable and warm: over your swimwear you can wear a T-shirt and shorts, or rash vest, or a wetsuit if you prefer!
This class is run in partnership with Wittering SUP; please follow the link below to find out more and to book.
Sunday morning Yoga with Annalisa
Start your Sunday mornings with a gentle, joyful yoga practice.
This is an opportunity to connect, centre and balance yourself, on the lovely tree-lined Lido lawn (or cosily under our stretch tent if wet!).
Our new teacher Annalisa has been teaching and practicing yoga, as well as working in health and wellbeing, for more than 25 years. She passionately believes that everyone can find a yoga practice that’s right for them. If you’re a Beginner and unsure where to start, Annalisa is the perfect guide. The class is equally accessible for Beginners and for more experienced Yogis (age 16+).
And you could also book a swim before your yoga class– for the ultimate Sunday relaxation.
We can provide mats and blocks, but you are very welcome to bring your own mat and props with you. Please dress in layers of warm comfortable clothing, as the weather can be very variable.